Air Canada To Launch New Vancouver-Dubai Service

Image: Air Canada is launching a new route from Vancouver to Dubai. (Dubai Tourism)
Image: Air Canada is launching a new route from Vancouver to Dubai. (Dubai Tourism)
Bruce Parkinson
by Bruce Parkinson
Last updated: 6:58 AM ET, Fri April 14, 2023

Air Canada has announced the addition of new, non-stop flights from its hub at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Dubai. The new route will operate four times weekly beginning Oct. 28 onboard Air Canada's Dreamliner fleet.

The carrier's new Vancouver-Dubai flights will complement Air Canada's daily service between Toronto and Dubai, broadening its presence in fast-growing international markets.

"We are extremely pleased to add the only non-stop service linking Vancouver and Dubai, two iconic and vibrant global destinations. Dubai is one of the top destinations worldwide renowned for its extraordinary landmarks, rich culture and entertainment," said Mark Galardo, SVP, Network Planning and Revenue Management.

"In cooperation with our codeshare and frequent flyer partner Emirates, our Vancouver-Dubai flights will connect to a multitude of destinations across the Middle East, Indian subcontinent and East Africa in Dubai, providing customers with choice and convenience while travelling for business or visiting friends and family," Galardo added.

"Adding this new transportation link from Dubai will allow visitors to more easily and efficiently experience all B.C. has to offer," said Rob Fleming, British Columbia Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure. "From the vibrancy of our globally recognized cities to the splendor of Super Natural British Columbia, Air Canada's new service brings added global connections, that will directly benefit people throughout our province."

The Vancouver and Dubai flights will be operated with Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft featuring three cabins of service for customers to choose from, including Signature Class with lie-flat seats, Premium Economy and Economy Class.

Flights times have been built to connect to and from destinations in Alberta, BC and the western U.S. via Air Canada's hub at YVR.

Flight

From

To

Days of Week

Departure
Time

Arrival
Time

Flight
Begins

AC78

YVR
(Vancouver)

DXB
(Dubai)

Mon, Tue,
Thur, Sat

20:50

23:50 (+1
day)

Oct. 28,
2023

AC79

DXB
(Dubai)

YVR
(Vancouver)

Mon, Wed,
Thur, Sat

02:00

05:55

Oct. 30,
2023

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